Serbia · NIS AND EASTERN SERBIA TOURS
Nis has a Roman emperor, an Ottoman fortress and a tower the Turks built out of skulls, and the country around it hides caves and waterfalls. The 12 below run from Belgrade and from Sofia, priced by length, with the border crossing noted where there is one.
Spend 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Jelena, Nina, or Miroslav, visiting Manasija Monastery, Resava Cave, Veliki Buk Waterfall, and Krupaj Spring. Transport, entry fees, hotel pickup, and water are included. Bring warm clothes for the 7°C cave and money for lunch.
“The tour was great and Miroslav is an outstanding guide, probably the best we've ever had! Highly recommended!”
Leave Belgrade for a full day among medieval walls, an 80-million-year-old cave, turquoise springs, and forest waterfalls. Guides such as Jelena, Nina, and Miroslav are warm, well informed, and good with photos. Expect a small group, winding roads, and about half a day in the vehicle.
“A nice way to see a bit of Serbia outside the cities. Nina was an excellent guide—easy to understand, knowledgeable and funny. Not constantly talking, which I like. Sites were mostly worthwhile. But it’s lots and lots of time in the car driving over winding roads. Sat in the back and felt sick at times. The second waterfall was not that great and maybe unnecessary.”
Travel from Sofia to Niš in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Ilian, Daniel, Ivan, or Theodore. Visit Roman-era remains, Skull Tower, Niš Fortress, and the Red Cross concentration camp, then eat Serbian food and explore the city center before returning to Sofia.
“It was absolutely amazing! I really loved my day. Our tour guide/driver was fantastic!!! He was so knowledgeable, kind and friendly. He made the day so good! Just a Fantastic day in fact!! Loved every minute and I would recommend this! ❤️❤️”
Travel from Sofia to Nis with an English-speaking guide such as Philip, Ivan, or Johann. Visit Skull Tower, Roman Medijana, Nis Fortress, and the Red Cross Concentration Camp, then enjoy free time for Serbian grill and city walks. Expect about five hours of driving and a possible border delay.
“Everything was good but the free time in Nis city center was a little short”
See Niš from Roman, Ottoman, and modern Serbian angles on a private 4 to 5-hour tour. Your guide, often Milena, Markos, or Bane, handles transport, entry fees, and local context, with stops at the fortress, Skull Tower, Mediana, a winery, and Niška Banja.
“I had an great experience with Milena as my tour guide She’s friendly, easy to talk to, and knows so much about the city. The tour didn’t feel rushed or boring at all. Milena made me feel like I was exploring with a local friend. Totally recommend her if you want a chill and enjoyable tour”
Leave Belgrade at 8 a.m. for a private, air-conditioned minivan tour with a driver-guide. See medieval Manasija Monastery, cool Resava Cave, Veliki Buk Waterfall, Krupaj Spring, and Zdrelo Spa. Guides such as George, Roger, and Nemanja have led this route.
“We had a great tour. Exciting and very beautiful places to visit. The monestary for example is a markedly spiritual place. The cave adventourus. And the food divine ! Our guide had a lot of knowledge and a great humor.”
Travel from Skopje to Niš with a private English-speaking guide and driver. See Skull Tower, Čegar Hill, Mediana, Niš Fortress, and Agatha Christie’s Niška Banja connection, then finish with lunch and Malca winery wine. Guides may include Milica, Dragan, or Mickey.
“tour guide was fantastic and we loved the stuff we saw and the restaurant included was amazing. we were disappointed in the fact that it was not only a Monday but a holiday so we're not able to do half the stuff on the tour like skull tower, Cegar hill and the archaeological site as everything was closed. It was a 2.5 hour drive each way for a two hour tour and no discount price due to all of the closures, which the company should disclose before people book. but once again, tour guide great for what we did get to do.”
Travel from Belgrade to Niš in a private, air-conditioned car or minivan with an English-speaking guide. Visit the Red Cross Camp, Bubanj Memorial Park, Skull Tower, Niš Fortress, and the National Museum, then enjoy free time for lunch and city wandering. Guides include Marco and Alexander.
“Guide was very informative, cared about the history of Serbia. Guide also was extremely helpful.....”
Travel from Belgrade to Nis with a small group of up to 10 people and guide Novica. Visit the Red Cross Concentration Camp, Skull Tower, Nis Fortress, Kazandzijsko Sokace, and Nis Siberia, with time for burek and Balkan coffee.
“We had a great trip with Novi to Nis! The drive was safe and the guide knew so much about the history and the places we visited! We took along our 2 young kids - and altough the sites were not specifically interesting for kids - they liked Novi a lot and enjoyed the day as well! We would really recommend Novi and this tour!”
Leave Belgrade at 7 am for a private, history-heavy day in southern Serbia. With an English-speaking guide and driver, visit Mediana, Skull Tower, Crveni Krst Camp, Bubanj, Niš Fortress, and Devil’s Town. Past departures have been led by guide Nina and driver Bogdan.
“En fantastisk och oförglömlig dag. Superduktiga guiden Nina och den mycket trevliga chauffören Bogdan gjorde dagen helt perfekt.”
Leave Belgrade at 7 a.m. with a private driver and English-speaking guide, then explore Mediana, Skull Tower, the Red Cross Camp, Nis Fortress, and Devil’s Town. Guide Nina has earned praise for her warm, clear storytelling. Hotel pickup, tickets, water, and drop-off are included.
“The Red Cross Concentration camp left us with so much. This part of history cannot be forgotten and it is important that we never forget. Nina and the driver were excellent! We spent several hours in the car together on this tour and both made us feel very welcome and like friends. Nina was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much! They were great and we would love to go on a tour with them again!”
Travel from Belgrade with an English-speaking guide, possibly Milos, to Manasija Monastery, Resava Cave, Lisine Waterfall, and turquoise Krupaja Spring. This small-group tour includes transport, hotel pickup, and cave and waterfall entry. Bring walking shoes, modest clothing, and patience for winding mountain roads.
“Zoveel moois gezien! prachtige natuur! Mooie kloosters. Heerlijk gegeten! Onze gids was super! Hij wist veel en kon goed vertellen en was een zeer goede chauffeur!”
Pick a river, a fortress or a cellar.
